FM over Shell Rock River
FairFloyd County, Iowa · 095183602 · Structure no. 000000000155010
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 345 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 118
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM over Shell Rock River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FM over Shell Rock River in Floyd County, Iowa. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 118 vehicles a day, projected to reach 118 by 2043. The structure is 345 ft (105.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM over Shell Rock River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM over Shell Rock River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does FM over Shell Rock River carry?
About 118 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is FM over Shell Rock River?
The structure is 345 ft (105.2 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FM over Shell Rock River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.